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Tires, wheels and loading – FORD 2006 Explorer v.2 User Manual

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Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type
tires

“LT” type tires have some additional
information beyond those of “P”
type tires; these differences are
described below:

1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by
the Tire and Rim Association
(T&RA), that is intended for service
on light trucks.

2. Load Range/Load Inflation
Limits:
Indicates the tire’s
load-carrying capabilities and its
inflation limits.

3. Maximum Load Dual lb. (kg)
at psi (kPa) cold:
Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a dual; defined as four tires on the rear axle (a
total of six or more tires on the vehicle).

4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single;
defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle.

2006 Explorer (exp)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

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